RV Campgrounds and Hookups: Full Hookup to Boondocking
Full hookup, partial hookup or no hookup at all: how RV campgrounds and public-land camping work, what each site gives you and how to pick one.
The independent used-RV buying guide
Buying a used RV, without the guesswork
An independent guide to used motorhomes, campers and trailers in the US: where to find one, what to check before you pay, how the types compare, what financing and insurance involve, and how to look after it once it is yours. No listings, nothing for sale.
Start with the question in front of you
Four sections. Each opens with the guide that covers the essentials, then goes topic by topic.
Buying used
Where to find used motorhomes and campers, private sellers against dealers, repo sales, the inspection checklist, VIN and title checks, and paying safely.
9 guides
RV types
Class A, B and C motorhomes, small and 4x4 motorhomes, travel trailers, fifth wheels and truck campers - how each is built and who it suits.
8 guides
Money
How RV loans and insurance work, depreciation, the real cost of ownership, service contracts, and selling or trading in - explained without rates or prices.
6 guides
Owning
Maintenance through the seasons, winterizing and storage, tires, towing, propane and electrical safety, water tanks, the first trip and campgrounds.
9 guidesNew guides
Used 4x4 Motorhomes and Off-Road Campers in the USA
Compare used 4x4 motorhome types: camper vans, 4x4 Class C, truck campers and expedition trucks. Learn what four-wheel drive adds and what to inspect.
Used Class B RVs and Camper Vans: What to Check
A practical guide to buying a used Class B RV or camper van: how they are built, who they suit, wet baths, tank sizes, home conversions and what to inspect.
Used Class C Motorhomes: Who They Suit and What to Check
How a used Class C motorhome is built, who it suits, how it drives, and what to inspect - especially the cabover, the classic spot for water leaks.
Used Class A Motorhomes: Gas vs Diesel Pushers
Compare used Class A motorhomes: gas front-engine vs diesel pusher. Learn how each is built, how it drives, what it tows, and what to inspect before you buy.
RV Dealer vs Private Seller: Where to Buy a Used RV
Compare buying a used RV from a dealer or a private seller: price room, inspection access, warranty, financing, fees, paperwork and risk, plus what to check.
Your First RV Trip: A Shakedown Checklist
Plan a first RV trip in a used RV with a shakedown close to home, a departure checklist, driving and parking tips, and the mistakes that catch new owners.
The costly problems in a used RV are usually there before the sale. The inspection is where you find them.
Start with the inspection checklistBuying a used RV
Where to find used motorhomes and campers, private sellers against dealers, repo sales, the inspection checklist, VIN and title checks, and paying safely.
RV Dealer vs Private Seller: Where to Buy a Used RV
Compare buying a used RV from a dealer or a private seller: price room, inspection access, warranty, financing, fees, paperwork and risk, plus what to check.
Repo RVs for Sale: How Bank Repos and Auctions Work
How repossessed RVs reach the market, what as-is really means, and how to inspect, bid and check the title before you commit to a repo RV.
Used RV Scams: Fake Listings, Escrow Tricks and Safe Payment
Learn the common used RV scams, from fake listings and escrow tricks to wire-transfer demands, plus how to check a seller and pay safely in person.
RV types and classes
Class A, B and C motorhomes, small and 4x4 motorhomes, travel trailers, fifth wheels and truck campers - how each is built and who it suits.
Used 4x4 Motorhomes and Off-Road Campers in the USA
Compare used 4x4 motorhome types: camper vans, 4x4 Class C, truck campers and expedition trucks. Learn what four-wheel drive adds and what to inspect.
Used Class B RVs and Camper Vans: What to Check
A practical guide to buying a used Class B RV or camper van: how they are built, who they suit, wet baths, tank sizes, home conversions and what to inspect.
Used Class C Motorhomes: Who They Suit and What to Check
How a used Class C motorhome is built, who it suits, how it drives, and what to inspect - especially the cabover, the classic spot for water leaks.
Financing, insurance and costs
How RV loans and insurance work, depreciation, the real cost of ownership, service contracts, and selling or trading in - explained without rates or prices.
RV Depreciation: How Used RVs Lose Value and Why It Favors Buyers
RV depreciation explained: why used RVs lose value fastest early, what slows the loss, and how buying used can work in your favor. No rates or prices.
RV Extended Warranty and Service Contracts: What to Check
A service contract is not the maker's warranty. Learn what to read, what exclusions to expect, and how to compare dealer and third-party coverage.
RV Insurance for a Used Motorhome or Trailer
What coverage a used RV needs: liability, collision, comprehensive, agreed value, full-timer and roadside. Compare motorhome and trailer policies before you buy.
Owning and maintaining an RV
Maintenance through the seasons, winterizing and storage, tires, towing, propane and electrical safety, water tanks, the first trip and campgrounds.
RV Campgrounds and Hookups: Full Hookup to Boondocking
Full hookup, partial hookup or no hookup at all: how RV campgrounds and public-land camping work, what each site gives you and how to pick one.
Your First RV Trip: A Shakedown Checklist
Plan a first RV trip in a used RV with a shakedown close to home, a departure checklist, driving and parking tips, and the mistakes that catch new owners.
RV Maintenance Checklist: A Seasonal Schedule for a Used RV
A practical RV maintenance checklist for used motorhomes, campers and trailers: what to check before each trip, monthly, each spring and fall, and yearly.
Common questions
Does BMX RV list or sell RVs?
No. BMX RV is an independent guide. It lists no RVs, works with no dealers or sellers, and is not the RV classifieds site that used this domain years ago.
Where should a first-time buyer start?
Pick the type first, then learn the inspection. The RV types guide compares motorhomes and towables, and the inspection checklist covers what to check before any money changes hands.
Why are there no prices or loan rates in the guides?
Prices and rates change constantly and differ by state, lender and RV. The guides explain how things work and what to compare; for figures, check with your lender, your insurer or your state DMV.